Is Wild Skies Shetland a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Wild Skies Shetland as a registered charity (number SC050009) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Wild Skies Shetland's charity number?

Wild Skies Shetland's charity number is SC050009. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC050009?

Search SC050009 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.

Does Wild Skies Shetland have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to Wild Skies Shetland?

Wild Skies Shetland's website listed in our register data is http://wildskiesshetland.com. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

When was Wild Skies Shetland registered as a charity?

Wild Skies Shetland was entered on the register on 4 March 2020.

Registered charity · No. SC050009SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Wild Skies Shetland

Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data

Wild Skies Shetland is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science.

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What are the key facts about Wild Skies Shetland?

Reported income · year ending 2025-03-31: £7,768
Reported spending · year ending 2025-03-31: £6,270
Registered charity number: SC050009
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Shetland Islands
Website: wildskiesshetland.com

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Wild Skies Shetland (number SC050009) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Wild Skies Shetland do?

Our aim is to showcase the marvels and enormity of the Shetland skies, day and night, summer and winter. We do this through storytelling, music, poetry, history and much more. We have 7 trustees and 2 part-time, freelance workers - a Project Development Officer and a Digital Marketing manager. Our aim is to benefit the community of the island of Unst and its visitors by enhancing enjoyment of Unst’s beautiful and varied skies which feature the northern lights, simmer dim, storms, dark skies and many other wonders. We offer 2 on-the-ground trails in Unst (Sky Trail and Planetary Trail) and thr…

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Wild Skies Shetland

Answers Wild Skies Shetland gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 March 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 4 March 2020
Where it says it operates: Shetland Islands

What causes is Wild Skies Shetland registered for?

the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science

Why is there no Clarity Score for Wild Skies Shetland yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Wild Skies Shetland. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

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Frequently asked questions

Is Wild Skies Shetland a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Wild Skies Shetland as a registered charity (number SC050009) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Wild Skies Shetland's charity number?: Wild Skies Shetland's charity number is SC050009. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC050009?: Search SC050009 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.
What does Wild Skies Shetland do?: Our aim is to showcase the marvels and enormity of the Shetland skies, day and night, summer and winter. We do this through storytelling, music, poetry, history and much more. We have 7 trustees and 2 part-time, freelance workers - a Project Development Officer and a Digital Marketing manager. Our aim is to benefit the community of the island of Unst and its visitors by enhancing enjoyment of Unst’s beautiful and varied skies which feature the northern lights, simmer dim, storms, dark skies and many other wonders. We offer 2 on-the-ground trails in Unst (Sky Trail and Planetary Trail) and thr…
Does Wild Skies Shetland have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Wild Skies Shetland. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.
How can I donate to Wild Skies Shetland?: Wild Skies Shetland's website listed in our register data is http://wildskiesshetland.com. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
When was Wild Skies Shetland registered as a charity?: Wild Skies Shetland was entered on the register on 4 March 2020.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.